Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight features seared sirloin bites swimming in garlicky browned butter with crisp-tender zucchini noodles. This 25-minute low-carb skillet wonder serves 4 with perfect steak-to-zucchini ratio.

Why This Recipe Works

• High-heat sear: Locks in steak juices while creating crispy golden edges.
• Browned butter magic: Toasted garlic infuses nutty richness throughout.
• Zucchini noodle trick: Quick sauté prevents watery mush while absorbing flavors.
• Lemon brightness: Cuts steak richness with perfect acid balance.
• Single skillet: Maximum flavor minimum cleanup.

Ingredients & Prep

Steak:
1½ lb sirloin steak, cut 1-inch cubes
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp avocado oil
Garlic Butter:
4 tbsp unsalted butter
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Zest + juice of ½ lemon
Zucchini:
4 medium zucchini, spiralized (6 cups)
Pinch red pepper flakes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Pat steak cubes dry; season generously salt + pepper.
2. Heat avocado oil in large cast iron skillet over screaming high heat.
3. Sear steak in single layer 2 minutes undisturbed until deep crust forms.
4. Flip + sear 1 minute. Push to sides of pan.
5. Add butter + garlic to center; swirl until butter foams + garlic golden.
6. Toss steak in butter; add zucchini noodles + lemon zest/juice.
7. Sauté 2 minutes until zucchini tender-crisp. Sprinkle parsley.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight 3 days. Reheat gently stovetop with pat butter. Zucchini best day 1; steak holds texture perfectly.

FAQs

Steak tough? Don’t crowd pan + high heat sear crucial. Rest 2 minutes post-cook.
Zucchini watery? Spiralize day-of + pat dry + high-heat quick sauté.
Butter burning? Use avocado oil base + add butter after initial steak sear.

Conclusion

Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight transforms weeknight steak into browned butter perfection juicy, garlicky, low-carb bliss.

Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight Recipe

Print Recipe

Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight features tender seared sirloin steak bites swimming in sizzling garlic butter sauce tossed with crisp zucchini noodles. Quick 20-minute low-carb dinner with restaurant sear and bright lemon-parsley finish.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 1¼ lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 medium zucchini, spiralized (4 cups zoodles)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ⅓ cup beef broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup chopped parsley
• Parmesan for serving

Instructions

• 1. Pat steak cubes completely dry. Season generously with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in large skillet over high heat until smoking.
• 2. Add steak in single layer (work in batches). Sear undisturbed 2 minutes until deep crust forms. Flip; sear 1-2 minutes more to medium-rare. Remove to plate.
• 3. Lower heat to medium. Add 2 tbsp butter, garlic, red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze with beef broth, scraping browned bits. Add lemon juice.
• 4. Add zucchini noodles, remaining 2 tbsp butter. Toss 2-3 minutes until just tender. Add steak back with juices; toss to coat in sauce 1 minute. Remove from heat.
• 5. Stir in parsley. Serve immediately with parmesan.

Notes

• High-heat sear essential for steak crust; don’t crowd pan.
• Pat steak very dry before seasoning for proper browning.
• Zucchini noodles cook fast; don’t overcook to mush.
• Sirloin perfect balance tender/flavorful; ribeye richer option.
• Make sauce extra; excellent on roasted veggies or grilled chicken.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 420
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 580mg
• Fat: 30g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 36g
• Cholesterol: 110mg

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